Happy Halloween!!

Full House

We have had a full house this week. Judd's Aunt Pam had surgery yesterday at Emory to remove some cancerous spots that doctors found on a PET scan. The surgery was delayed throughout the day, she finally went back at 1pm. She was just coming out of recovery last night around 10pm. The surgery went ok. I think we are waiting now to learn more.

Judd's grandparents and parents stayed with us on Tuesday night. His grandparents will stay with us until Pam is out of the hospital. His parents are coming back up on Friday to stay the weekend. It is nice to be able to provide a place for his family to stay, I'm happy to know that I can do something to help in a situation like this. I also enjoy spending the time with his grandparents and parents. I don't get to see my grandmothers or parents as often as I would like to.

Yesterday, Charlotte and I went over to Erin & Dave's for a Halloween photo shoot. Charlotte, Ella, and Emma dressed up in their Halloween finest. Posing 3 infants has to be one of the harder things to do. Erin and I were out of breath and exhausted at the end. We lucked out and got a couple of cute shots, though. Look for the pics to be posted on Friday for Halloween!

Tomorrow I am planning to take Charlotte up to Baltimore to visit my sisters. Saturday we will drive to Mechanicsburg, PA to stay with my parents for the rest of the weekend. Charlotte has been sick this week and I was wondering if we would be able to go, but she seems to be doing a little better every day, so I think we'll be fine.

Other big news, Judd now works for the world's premier global airline! That's right, Delta and Northwest have finally completed the merger. This is very exciting for the airline. We are just praying Judd's job remains one that Delta needs.

Weekend in Review 10/24-26

I made it back from D.C around 1pm on Thursday. I was able to meet Judd for lunch before I made my way home. After dropping off my computer at home, I went to pick up Charlotte from day care. I was so happy to hold her.

We have had a busy, but good weekend. Saturday we ran a few errands and had a nice lunch. Then we went to Dave & Erin's to watch the UGA/LSU game. I'll admit that I had braced myself for a miserable game (and an equally miserable husband) - I never expected the dawgs to perform as well as they did! (Well, I really only saw about 3 plays, I was too busy trying to keep Charlotte from poking Ella in the eyes.) It was nice to hang out with E & D and the girls. Those twins are just the cutest little things. We kept commenting on how much our lives have changed in a year :)

Today we went to church and put Charlotte down for nap around 2. After that we went to Costco. We planned to save loads of money by purchasing items in bulk - yeah right. Instead, I got Charlotte a few new outfits (because they were so cheap - see how much money I'm saving?), a couple of things of pasta, some french bread, granola bars, and chips. All in huge quantities of course. Obviously, we like our carbs.

Charlotte has this new face. She scrunches up her face and snorts air in and out of her nose real fast. It is hilarious. I'm trying to get video of it...I'll keep you posted.

K is for Kiss

I've been tagged...

I was tagged by Rebecca & Drena, so, I think I have to tell you 7 things about myself that you may not already know.

1. I hate ironing clothes. I throw wrinkly clothes back into the dryer for a few minutes rather than iron them. Judd knows to take his work clothes to the dry cleaners.
2. I wish I had chosen graphic design for a profession.
3. When driving, I follow the car in front of me too closely. I know I do it, and I try to back off, but I guess I'm just impatient.
4. I dream of running a sub 4 hour marathon.
5. I'm terrified of heights. When Judd and I went to Paris, I cried halfway to the top of the Eiffel tower - he had to go to the top by himself.
6. If a movie is rated R for violence, I won't watch it.
7. I play in the handbell choir at our church.

I'm tagging:
1. My sister, Rachel.
2. My sister, Sally (just leave a comment, I know you don't have a blog).
3. My sister-in-law, Emily (just leave a comment, I know you don't have a blog).
4. My coworker's wife, Glori.
5. Friend, Allison.
6. Friend, Ashley.
7. Coworker/Friend, Kindra

Happy Tagging!

I Love D.C.

This week I am in Washington D.C. I was invited to speak at a conference. My presentation was on Monday, so now I get to sit back and relax for the rest of the week. I have attended different sessions at the conference and networked with people in my field.

I just love D.C. Yesterday I was walking across the street to get a sandwich, I looked to my right and there is the dome of the captial. The sky was bright blue and the captial was just gorgeous. The city is full of beautiful monuments. They are especially beautiful at night. The lights hit them in all of the right places. At times it really takes your breath away.

Tonight the conference host rented out the Natural History Museum. So, there were only about 400 of us walking around. It was incredible. I saw the Hope Diamond while eating a chocolate truffle - what more could a girl ask for?

About 2 years ago, I worked in D.C every week for about 8 months while working on a project for the Department of Defense. While I hated being away from Judd, I did love coming to D.C. There is just a vibe I feel here. Even though I am not the most political person, I love the fact that just a few blocks away the president is having a meeting.

I have missed Charlotte and Judd quite a bit. I think this is the longest I've been away from Judd in a year. (that is incredible considering we spent the majority of the first years of our marriage apart) From what he's told me over the phone, he's doing a fantastic job with Charlotte. I think he even said, and I quote, "It is kinda fun being the one responsible for her." I'm really happy it is going so well...maybe now I can go away on a girl's weekend??

Will She Fit?

I'm leaving tomorrow for 3 nights. I'm going to miss J & C so much. I was hoping she'd fit in the suitcase and I could take her with me.